Car Full Test

Welcome to the 'Car Practice Test'

This practice test will select 46 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 60 minute time limit. You will be shown correct and incorrect answers at the end of the quiz, with a hint available on each question should you need it.

Each question approximates the style and type used by the DMV for your real test.

Instructions:

The test will begin after you select the 'Next' button below.
For each question, choose from the four multiple choice answers provided.
Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
A confirmation screen will appear at the end for you to submit the test to be scored. Click 'Submit' to be shown a review of your scores and suggested revision.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

Special Driving Situations

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in dry weather is approximately __________ the distance of a vehicle in ICY or SNOWY weather.

The same as

Half (50%)

A third (33%)

A tenth (10%).

Laws and Rules of the Road

If two vehicles meet on a steep road where neither car can pass, who has the right-of-way?

The vehicle going uphill.

The vehicle going downhill.

Neither vehicle has the right-of-way. Both vehicles are responsible for determining who may go.

Turns

What is 200 feet most often compared to, to help visualize the distance?

Half of an American football field.

Neither option is correct.

A quarter the distance of an average airport.

Turns

If there is a bike lane in your path when you are making a right turn, how far can you drive in the bike lane?

1 mile.

200 feet.

400 feet.

Traffic Controls

What is this type of sign meant for?

Nothing. This sign is meant for highway officials only.

This sign indicates what you should do in the event that your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks.

This sign provides you a number to make a complaint about another driver.

Sharing the Road

At what speed do slow moving vehicles typically travel?

65 mph.

25 mph or less.

55 mph.

Traffic Controls

In addition to yielding, what must you also do when you come to a YIELD sign?

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

You must let any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian pass before you proceed.

You may not enter the road that the sign is adjacent to.

Handling Emergencies

If you are involved in an accident where no one was injured, how long do you have to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles?

10 days.

90 days.

30 days.

Sharing the Road

How far away should a bicyclist's rear red reflector be seen at night?

500 feet.

100 feet.

200 feet.

10.

Special Driving Situations

Whilst driving when it is snowing, you should:

Slow down and allow plenty of time to brake gently.

Drive as quickly as possible.

Pull over into a service area and wait for the weather to improve.

Never use your fog lights.

11.

Parking

How much space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you when you parallel park?

2 feet.

1 foot.

5 feet.

12.

Special Driving Situations

If you drive through deep water, why might your brakes become less effective?

A fish may be stuck on your wheel.

Your attention is distracted by water on the windscreen.

You drive more quickly when coming out of the water.

They may be wet which reduces their friction.

13.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is not correct about wearing a shoulder harness style seatbelt?

The shoulder harness should have minimal to no slack.

The shoulder harness should be worn across the shoulder and chest.

The shoulder harness should be worn under the arm or the back.

14.

Special Driving Situations

If you are using a penny to check the tread on your tires, what is the indicator that you need to change your tires?

Neither option is correct, as a penny is an unreliable way to check the tread on your tires.

If you can see the top of Abraham Lincoln's head.

If you can only see Abraham Lincoln's neck.

15.

Laws and Rules of the Road

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Without someone to act as a guide.

Into a side road.

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

Further than is necessary.

16.

Safe Driving Practices

Whilst driving or riding, you should avoid distractions such as: (Select all that apply)

Adjusting or starting the radio.

Listening to the radio at a low volume.

Adjusting your rear-view mirror.

Listening to the radio at a loud volume.

17.

Driver Readiness

How frequently is it recommended to have your vision checked?

Biennially

Both options are correct.

Annually

18.

Sharing the Road

Which of these light signals implies the car is reversing or will reverse?

19.

Special Driving Situations

You are on snow and about to begin moving. As you set off, you should:

Use the highest gear you can.

Leave your handbrake on.

Always use 1st gear.

Quickly turn the steering to loosen the snow.

20.

Sharing the Road

When you enter a construction zone, what should you do?

Both options are correct.

Be prepared to stop.

Reduce your speed.

21.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a person riding a mobility scooter in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Allow plenty of space.

Use your horn.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

22.

Sharing the Road

A farmer is herding cows across the road. What should you do?

Use your horn.

Turn around and find another route.

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

23.

Alcohol and Drugs

You have been convicted of driving a car whilst intoxicated (after drinking too much alcohol). What will happen to your insurance?

It will reduce your premiums.

You will only be able to ride a motorcycle instead.

You will no longer be allowed to carry passengers.

It can invalidate your insurance.

24.

Lane Control

Apart from looking in your mirrors, what should you do before changing lanes?

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

Be sure that there is enough room for your vehicle in the next lane.

Change lanes without a signal, as long as you do it slowly to let other drivers know.

25.

Visual Search

You want to reverse your car but cannot see if it is safe. You should NOT:

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

26.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When approaching a pedestrian where do you stop in the event that you have to?

You are not required to stop as you have the right-of-way since you are driving a vehicle.

Before the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

After the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

27.

Vehicle Positioning

Which of the following is a safe way to exit the freeway?

Both options are correct.

Signal your intention to exit 5 seconds before reaching the exit.

Signal and look over your shoulder.

28.

Lane Control

What lane number is considered the fast lane?

Number 2

Number 1

Number 3

29.

Safe Driving Practices

You should adjust your seat and mirrors correctly in order to:

Ensure you can see yourself whilst you drive.

Keep the distracting vehicle controls out of reach.

Ensure comfort, full control and maximum field of vision.

Keep your body as close as possible to the steering wheel, even if its uncomfortable.

30.

Sharing the Road

How much can you be fined if you commit a traffic violating in a construction zone?

Up to $2,000.

Up to $1,000

One year in prison.

31.

Occupant Protection

What is the correct way to wear a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt should not be worn at all since it can cause greater injury in the case of a vehicle accident.

The lap belt should lie across your hips with as much slack as possible for comfort.

The lap belt should be snug and lies low across your hips.

32.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do if you see a vehicle's hazard lights ahead?

Neither option is correct.

Reduce your speed so you can see what happened.

Reduce your speed and proceed with caution.

33.

Special Driving Situations

Fast driving in wet or icy conditions may cause:

Better steering control.

The vehicle to handle normally.

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

34.

Turns

What is a public transit bus lane?

A lane specifically designated for public transit vehicles.

A lane specified for emergency vehicles.

A lane that is shared by both transit vehicles and regular vehicles.

35.

Parking

How long of a parking space should you find before parallel parking?

1 foot longer than your vehicle.

3 feet longer than your vehicle.

2 feet longer than your vehicle.

36.

Safe Driving Practices

When might you want to slow down instead of traveling at the speed limit? (Select all that apply)

In poor weather conditions.

Coming up to junctions where other road users may pull out with little warning.

When you are coming up to a blind bend in the road.

On an empty road in good weather.

37.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is from out of state, once they receive a job or become a resident, how long do they have to register their vehicle with the state of California?

5 days.

7 days.

20 days.

38.

Lane Control

What is a center left turn lane?

A lane that is used for left turns on any roadway.

A lane that is located in the middle of a two-way street.

There are no left turn lanes indicated on a roadway.

39.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is true when driving in a roundabout?

Do not stop or pass vehicles.

You may pass vehicles using any additional lanes.

You may enter using a high rate of speed.

40.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is a type of cognitive distraction?

Reaching down to pick up an object that fell onto the floor board.

Mind off of the road.

Paying full attention to the road.

41.

Special Driving Situations

What are some of the dangers if you are driving on a flooded road?

The vehicle can be swept off of the road.

Both options are correct.

The roadway can collapse.

42.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is an example of when you can pass a light-rail vehicle?

Neither option is correct.

When the light-rail vehicle is in your way, and you need to get over.

When you are on a one-way street.

43.

Lane Control

What lane is considered the left most lane?

Number 1

Number 2

Number 3

44.

Handling Emergencies

What is the sixth step you must do in the event that your accelerator becomes stuck?

Keep your eyes on the road.

Try to drive the car safely off the road.

Warn other drivers by honking and turning on your emergency lights.

45.

Lane Control

Which lane should you drive in if you are going faster?

The right most lane.

The middle lane.

The left most lane.

46.

Parking

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

A fine of up to $1,000.

A misdemeanor charge.

Both options are correct.

Thank you for completing the 'Car Practice Test'

If you would like to review your answers before scoring, use the 'Previous' and 'Next' buttons.

Click 'Submit' to be shown a review of your scores and suggested revision.

Kentucky Full Car Written Test